- Netball: I have played Netball in Selwyn from the age of 8 years old I have represented the centre at numerous tournaments, including the Netball NZ U17 Nationals in 2019 For the last 3 years, I have played in the Premier 1 grade,
- Gym and Pilates: I am passionate about staying active as it improves both my physical and mental health
- Spending time with family and friends: I enjoy doing activities such as walks, shopping and eating out with my friends and family
Samara Barltrop
Christchurch
Summary
I am an ambitious and driven woman who is looking to further develop my legal knowledge, skills and career. Currently, I am in my fourth year at the University of Canterbury studying a double degree in Law and Commerce, majoring in Management. I am interested in all areas of law, with experience in Property, Commercial, Trusts & Estates, Personal, Education and Employment Law. Passion, reliability and communication is important to me, and I believe these values will aid me in becoming a valued member of the firm.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Clerk
Trollope & Co
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Experience in Property Law, Commercial & Corporate Law, Trusts & Wills, Employment Law, Education Law and Personal Law
- Drafting and editing legal documents including Wills, EPAs, Leasing documents, Trust documents, Licensing Agreements, Terms & Conditions, Sale and Purchase Agreements and Estate Documents
- Conducting research on employment matters including long service leave and restraints of trade, estate matters including discovery of a new will after probate and the removal of an incapacitated trustee, and other general matters including property boundaries, Consumer Guarantees Act and charitable purposes
- Training in AML/CFT Intro (Lawyers & Conveyancers) and Red Flags & Suspicious Activities (Financial Services)
- Attending client meetings
- Closing matters and files
- Inputting deeds into Infinity Law
Deeds Clerk
Trollope & Co
04.2022 - Current
- Inputting deeds into Infinity Law
- Scanning documents into Infinity Law
- Closing matters and files
- Reorganising filing cabinets
- Any other administrative task asked of me
Swim Instructor
Propeller Swim School
07.2020 - Current
Teaching traditional strokes and survival skills to students with varying ages and abilities from newborn through to adult, including individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
Wool handler
Mark Herlihy Shearing
11.2022 - 02.2023
Enhanced wool quality by following proper techniques and coordinating with other wool handlers and the shearers.
Education
NCEA - Levels 1-3 Overall Excellence Endorsed (2017-2021)
Villa Maria College
Christchurch, NZBachelor of Laws -
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ07-2027
Bachelor of Commerce - Management
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ07-2027
Skills
- Communication: Able to communicate with a diverse range of people including children, individuals with intellectual disabilities and working professionals
- Collaborative: Able to work well in a team to achieve our common outcome I am also happy to work individually if required
- Hardworking: Committed to achieving the best results for the business and the people it serves
- Time management: Able to prioritise tasks to ensure I consistently meet deadlines
- Leadership: Experience though my role as house captain and further developed as a swim instructor
- Approachable: I am positive person who enjoys interacting with others in a friendly manner
- Computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft 365, Google platforms and Infinity Law
Accomplishments
- House captain at Villa Maria College (2021)
- Villa Maria College Pasifika Award (2021)
- Golden Key International Society Lifetime Member (2022 to present)
- Raymond Donnelly Prize for Pacific/Pasifika in Criminal Law (2024)
Interests
Timeline
Law Clerk
Trollope & Co
11.2024 - 02.2025
Wool handler
Mark Herlihy Shearing
11.2022 - 02.2023
Deeds Clerk
Trollope & Co
04.2022 - Current
Swim Instructor
Propeller Swim School
07.2020 - Current
NCEA - Levels 1-3 Overall Excellence Endorsed (2017-2021)
Villa Maria College
Bachelor of Laws -
University of Canterbury
Bachelor of Commerce - Management
University of Canterbury
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